Mother accused in children deaths told investigators they're 'with the devil,'

Mother accused in children deaths told investigators they're 'with the devil,' Court documents filed in Brazoria County, Texas, detail chilling statements made by Oninda Romelus, a 31-year-old woman accused of shooting her four children, killing two. In an interview with investigators, Romelus stated that her children were "with the devil" and that she killed them to prevent them from killing her.  Key details from the investigation: The incident: Romelus is accused of shooting her four children in a vehicle before driving to a gas station in Angleton early on Saturday, October 4, 2025. Victims: Romelus's 13-year-old son and 3-year-old daughter were killed, while her 8-year-old and 9-year-old children survived and were transported to a hospital. Romelus's statements: Charges: Romelus is charged with two counts of murder and two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. She is being held on a $14 million bond. Child Protective Services (CPS): Texas CPS confirmed that they had a prior interaction with Romelus but could not provide details due to confidentiality laws. Past legal issues: Romelus has a prior 2022 conviction in Fayette County, Georgia, for driving under the influence of drugs. She also appeared on the reality TV show Paternity Court about a decade ago.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices